University English requirements

What Duolingo score do you need for the University of St. Thomas?

The University of St. Thomas in Minnesota requires a Duolingo English Test score of 105 or higher for direct undergraduate admission, and an overall score of 105 for graduate study. At both levels scores must be no more than two years old and sent to St. Thomas directly from the test provider. Some graduate schools, including business and law, set their own figures.
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Written byFizza Butool ZaidiIELTS teacher for 10+ years, PTE for 5Updated 1 November 2026

St. Thomas Duolingo minimums by level

From St. Thomas's undergraduate English proficiency page and its graduate international admissions page.

Level or programmeDuolingo minimumNotes
Undergraduate, direct admission105Scores no more than 2 years old
Graduate105Overall score; some programmes differ
Opus College of Business and School of LawSee programmeSpecific requirements differ from the general list

How St. Thomas handles Duolingo scores

Both pages say scores can be no more than two years old and must be sent directly from the testing site or centre to St. Thomas. The pages do not state Duolingo subscores or a teaching assistantship rule.

For comparison, the same pages set IELTS at 6.0 for direct undergraduate admission and 6.5 for graduate study.

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If your Duolingo score is below St. Thomas's level

Undergraduates whose academic record meets the standard but whose English does not can be offered conditional admission. They must meet one of the proficiency qualifications before enrolling and before St. Thomas issues an I-20. ELS Language Center, which has a centre on campus, is the recommended ESL provider, and completing ELS level 112 meets the undergraduate requirement.

Requirements vary by programme and change between admissions cycles. The score that binds you is the one on your St. Thomas programme page and in your offer letter, so check it there before you book a test.

Frequently asked questions

What Duolingo score does the University of St. Thomas need?+

105 for direct undergraduate admission and 105 overall for graduate study.

How old can my Duolingo score be for St. Thomas?+

No more than two years old.

Does St. Thomas offer conditional admission?+

Yes, for undergraduates who meet academic standards but not yet the English requirement.

What is St. Thomas's IELTS equivalent?+

IELTS 6.0 for direct undergraduate admission and 6.5 for graduate study.

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Guide updated on 1 November 2026. Individual prices and policies may have earlier observation dates. Confirm current details on the linked official pages before you book or apply.

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